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The Guilty Girl
Something whistling through the door behind her caused her to turn. A shadow spread across the opening. She clasped a hand to her mouth, stilling the fear that was rising. The menacing shadow was followed by a face that sent a cold shiver down her spine...When the call comes in about Lucy, a seventeen-year-old girl murdered after the secret party she held in her parents'' home, Detective Lottie Parker is first on the scene.As Lottie breaks the news to Lucy''s heartbroken parents and the devastated partygoers, she discovers that hours before her death Lucy had revealed a terrible secret about her friend Hannah. And when Lottie finds Lucy''s bloodstained clothing hidden in Hannah''s bedroom, she has no option but to bring her into custody.But Hannah claims to have no memory of the night Lucy died and as Lottie investigates further, she discovers something shocking. Her own son Sean was at the party. Why did he lie to her? Is her beloved child a witness or a suspect... or in the killer''s sights?If you love Karin Slaughter, Robert Dugoni and Rachel Caine, you''ll be hooked by this heart-stopping thriller from Patricia Gibney. The Guilty Girl will have you gripped until the very last page.''Amazing! Could not put it down and read until my eyes couldn''t cope anymore. 10/10 and would recommend to anyone who loves a good page turner.'' Netgalley reviewer, ?????''One of the best books I have read this year... Dark, intense and definitely not what I was expecting. The Guilty Girl had me sat on the edge of my seat, this book is definitely my type of book. My advice to readers is switch off your phone, order a takeaway and tuck into this fantastic five star read from one of my favourite authors.'' Netgalley reviewer, ?????
She Says She's My Daughter
''I don''t know who you are or why you''ve come here. But you are not my daughter...''Fourteen years ago, our family holiday ended in tragedy when my darling four-year-old girl was snatched from us. I only looked away for a second, and I have never forgiven myself.Today, a seventeen-year-old girl has walked into a police station. She says she''s my daughter. I can''t believe it. My family is finally complete again.This should be the happiest moment of my life, but something doesn''t feel right. Then holes appear in Abigail''s story - and I''m certain that she is not my daughter. That she is a stranger. And that we cannot trust her...But if this girl isn''t Abigail, then who is she - and what does she want with my family?A totally unputdownable psychological thriller with a twist that will blow you away. If you are a fan of K.L. Slater, Shari Lapena or B.A. Paris, you will be hooked!What readers are saying about She Says She''s My Daughter:''One of the best writers of our time... Completely unpredictable, addictive and unputdownable...I devoured it in just hours... Just superb... Kept me craving more and more... I wish I could experience reading it for the first time all over again...'' Littlemissbooklover87, ?????''WOW... A thrillingpage-turner... A book I couldn''t put downonce I started. BRAVO!!'' @mandubs, ?????''Hooked me from the first chapter! I could not put this book down! I finished this book in ONE sitting because I had to know what was going to happen!! I LOVED this book! I will recommend it to EVERYONE!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Amazing. So suspenseful, so heart wrenching and OMG that plot twist! I cried, I doubted everyone and I could not put it down.'' @bookscoffeemorebooks, ?????''An absolute belter of a book... I was completely hooked... Totally unpredictable... I just gave myself over to the rollercoaster! And boy, what a ride!!... The definition of unputdownable.'' @a_literary_gem, ?????''I sat down to start this and read it in one sitting... I got closer to the end and was like "WOAH... I sure didn''t see that coming". THEN I get to the end... More shocked I could not have been... Twisty, complex and entertaining!'' @rachelthepageturner, ?????''Man this book wasphenomenal... I did not see that last twist coming... Perfection.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Easily one of my top books of the year! I was completely captivated... The twists and turns are genius... I flew through it... The perfect distraction on the treadmill which says a lot since I hate that thing with a passion. The perfect domestic thriller.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''SO exciting, intense, and dark. The tension builds and never lets up until the explosive ending. I read it in one day as I kept telling myself "Just 1 more chapter"... Fantastic!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''In my top 3 reads of the year... There was no way I could put this book down. I read late into the night with my tension levels ramped up to 11... If this book was a hotel it would be 5 star deluxe but unfortunately I can only give it 5 well deserved stars.'' NetGalley reviewer, ?????
The Irish Key
'Take the key, my pet. I can't ever go back. And it's the only thing I can give you. Ireland is in your blood.'When Grace arrives in Roone Bay, the village where her grandmother Caitlin grew up, the wreck of Caitlin's cottage - whose key Grace was given on her wedding day as a secret refuge if she ever needed it - is not the fresh start she'd hoped for. But hiding from a painful past and with her daughter, Olivia, to look after, Grace must stay strong. Plucking up the courage to ask for help from rugged carpenter Sean Murphy - Grace gets to work making the house habitable. Soon the view of the deep emerald sea has her captivated and Sean makes her laugh in a way she'd forgotten she could. But when Grace uncovers a long-lost letter to Caitlin that reveals a heartbreaking truth, her new life is suddenly threatened by her own devastating secrets... This utterly heartbreaking, completely life-affirming story of a family secret that echoes down the generations is perfect for fans of Susanne O'Leary and Tricia O'Malley. What readers are saying about The Irish Key:'The magic of Ireland!... wonderful... Will keep you enthralled to the last page.' Goodreads reviewer, ?'Stunning... truly carried my heart away to Ireland... It was an emotional journey I won't forget and yes, I closed the book with a 'sigh of satisfaction!'... 5 Stars... I absolutely adored this novel.' Cindy L. Spear, ?'This story has everything - mystery, intrigue, true love, family, the kindness of strangers and hope... An absolutely wonderful story that I look forward to recommending to my friends.'NetGalley reviewer, ?'Finds its way into your heart... lovely... this really is a memorable story... stays with you long after the last page'Jaffareadstoo, ?'Fall in love with Roone Bay... I felt as if I were right there, by the sea... will stay with you for a long time after you finish... I can't stop thinking about [it]... magical... sure to strike the reader's heart' SusanLovesBooks, ?'Beautiful... breath taking... wonderfully written story of family, friendship, and filled with hope... kept me flying through the pages... wonderful... I felt like I was standing on the shores of Roone Bay and enjoying the beautiful emerald sea... highly recommend' Page Turners, ?'A lovely novel of second chances, family secrets, and ultimately found family... will have you rooting for Grace and Oliviato find their happy place.' Goodreads reviewer, ?
The Perfect Nurse
''My name is Darcy, I''m your nurse. I''m here to help you.'' I repeat the words I''ve said so many times. Except this time, I don''t mean it...If you saw me, you''d think I was pretty ordinary - I wear a crisp, white nursing uniform, my hands are scrubbed clean and you''d have no reason to believe I was anything other than a good citizen. A good nurse.But looks can be deceiving. You shouldn''t trust me - because I don''t even know if I can trust myself.Now I stare in the mirror - dark smudges under my eyes and blood on my hands - listening for the sound of police sirens.Because the truth is I had to do something terrible. I broke all the rules a nurse should follow. And now someone is dead...An utterly page-turning psychological thriller from the number one bestselling author of The Doctor''s Wife. If you loved Behind Closed Doors, Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train then The Perfect Nurse will have you flipping the pages until the breath-taking final pages.What readers are saying about The Perfect Nurse:''Absolutely gripping and addictive... I couldn''t put it down!... A thrilling ride from start to finish... Kept me on the edge of my seat... I was hooked... Excellent... Flawless... Electrifying and unforgettable!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''WOW!... Had my jaw on the floor... Made me gasp out loud. I could not put this book down... I just HAD to know what was going to happen... A must-read... Completely blew my mind... A WILD ride!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Talk about binge worthy!... I was literally on the edge of the sofa with my heart racing.... GULP! I just had to keep on reading... I kept saying to myself ''one more page''. Next, it''s lights out and it''s 4am!... What a wild ride!... l loved every minute... Wowser!'' coffeeandpages2021, ?????''Absolutely jaw-dropping... WOW!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''HOLD THE FRONT PAGE! This is my FAVOURITE Daniel Hurst book to date! Absolutely fantastic!... So many absolutely jaw-dropping moments, that snatched my breath away as the tension built to an explosive finale.Just. WOW!I cannot WAIT for the next one in this brilliant new series.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''So addictive and compelling made me want more and more I loved the plot twists and the twists unexpected!! Highly recommend I loved this book!! I binged in one day! So shocking and the cliffhanger twist at the END!!!! You need to read this!!!!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''WOW... Boy, I am shocked but the best kind of shocked! It was absolutely amazing!... This book blew me away and I finished it in 24 hours, I couldn''t put it down!... A fast-paced psychological thriller that has you on the edge of your seat and you might think you know the how the story will go but you will be so wrong!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Had me hooked immediately!Absolutely fantastic! Constant twists and turns. I just didn''t want to put this down until I knew how it ended. Daniel is definitely my favourite author!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''I devoured this book... Wowza, did it slap me in the face!... Starts with a bang and doesn''t slow down until the end. The plot continues to build at a rapidly terrifying pace and then comes the free-fall plot twist that will leave you speechless!'' KKEC Reads, ?????
The Irish Boarding House
24 Merrion Square. The house stands empty, the old stone steps overgrown with thorny rose bushes. But Mary Kate feels a deep connection to the neglected rooms. Could this be the place to help her heal?Dublin 1952. When Mary Kate Ryan receives a surprise inheritance from the woman who abandoned her as a baby, she''s about to refuse the money. But then she sees a beautiful, deserted house for sale and something sparks in her heart.She opens the Dublin Boarding House for Single Ladies, providing shelter for others as alone as her. The house brings Mary Kate friendships she never dreamed of - until she discovers a devastating secret.Can Mary Kate draw on the strength of the women around her or will the tragedy she uncovers spell disaster for them all?A heart-wrenching story full of family secrets. Perfect for fans of Jean Grainger, Lisa Wingate and Diney Costeloe.What readers are saying about The Irish Boarding House series:''This gut-wrenching story is phenomenal. I loved... Hits all the feels... Heartbreaking... Bringing you to tears, and then bringing a smile to your face and joy to your heart... Completely unputdownable.'' Page Turners, ?????''Oh my heart!... Heart-warming and uplifting, making you just want to crawl into the pages and stay there... Wonderful... I loved everything about it... Beautiful.'' The Staffymum''s Book Nook, ?????''I simply adored it... Captured my attention from the first page. I absolutely love... Exceptional, unforgettable... So memorable and moving... Frankly beautiful.'' Musician''s Poet, ?????''Oh my, what a wonderful heart-warming return to the Irish Boarding House!... So uplifting... Made my heart ache on more than one occasion... Beautiful... Will put a smile on your face and a new spring in your step!... 5 heart-filled stars.'' Cindy L Spear, ??????????''Emotional,gripping... I was captivated from the beginning... I loved it but be warned: tissues may be needed!'' karen_loves_reading, ??????????''Wonderful... Fantastic... You are literally transported back in time as you read... I was hooked... An uplifting but at times emotional read. I had a smile on my face but also I did shed a tear or two'' @leona.omahony, ??????????''Wonderful and heart-warming... Had me tearing up as I flipped through the pages. I had to keep the Kleenex box nearby as I read faster and faster... The perfect ending to a wonderful series... Inspiring, powerful and filled my heart with love.'' Page Turners ??????????
The Violinist of Auschwitz
"Absolutely adored this! Incredibly moving. I had tears welling up and my heart was racing. Did not want to put it down... I felt like I was actually there, I could practically hear the orchestra in the room with me." Goodreads Reviewer, ?????Inspired by the unforgettable true story of Alma Rosé, The Violinist of Auschwitz brings to life one of history''s most fearless, inspiring and courageous heroines. Alma''s bravery saved countless lives, bringing hope to those who had forgotten its meaning...In Auschwitz, every day is a fight for survival.Here, Alma is inmate 50381, the number tattooed on her in blue ink. But in her previous life, she was an esteemed violinist, her performances leaving audiences spellbound.When Alma is appointed as the conductor for the camp orchestra, performing for high-ranking Nazis, she refuses: "They can kill me but they won''t make me play." But soon she realises the power this position offers. How many others can she save from the clutches of death?Her new role leads her to Miklos, a talented pianist. Surrounded by despair, they find happiness in secret notes and joint concerts. But in Auschwitz, the very air is tainted with loss, and tragedy is the only certainty... In such a hopeless place, can their love survive?This devastatingly heartbreaking yet beautifully hopeful tale proves that even in the darkest of days, love can prevail--and give you something to live for. Fans of The Choice, The Tattooist of Auschwitz and The Orphan Train will lose their hearts to this magnificent tale.Readers love The Violinist of Auschwitz:"If I could give this book ten stars I would! Was sorry when the book finally ended... Will remain with me for a very long time... I absolutely loved this." Goodreads Reviewer, ?????"Wow! Just wow... Utterly heartbreaking... I''m speechless." Goodreads Reviewer, ?????"Phenomenal! Absolutely brilliant! This book requires a standing ovation for sure!... Crushingly heart-breaking yet beautiful." Battle of the Books, ?????"I absolutely loved it!!!... Amazing. It was so beautifully written... Amazingly well done." Goodreads Reviewer, ?????"Soul-wrenching... I have been through boxes of Kleenex... Even writing this review I have tears." Goodreads Reviewer, ?????"I picked up this book this morning thinking I would read for half an hour before I dealt with life for the day. Next thing I know, it''s seven hours later, I''ve got tears streaming down my face, the book is finished and I am wondering how I have gone thirty years without knowing who the incredible Alma Rosé was and the astonishing impact she left on the world." Apageofwordsandwishes, ?????"Wow! What a read!" Goodreads Reviewer, ?????"I was in tears. The tears never left and I read this in one sitting, not from the ease of the read, but from the sheer inability to put it down... Oh my, I could go on and on... Bravo, Ellie, Bravo!" The Hist Fic Chic, ?????"I loved this book so much!! I thought the story was both beautiful and heartbreaking... I was hooked." Goodreads Reviewer, ?????"Oh my goodness. Definitely have tissues at hand!" Goodreads Reviewer, ?????
The Housemaid
THE SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER"Welcome to the family," Nina Winchester says as I shake her elegant, manicured hand. I smile politely, gazing around the marble hallway. Working here is my last chance to start fresh. I can pretend to be whoever I like. But I''ll soon learn that the Winchesters'' secrets are far more dangerous than my own . . .Every day I clean the Winchesters'' beautiful house top to bottom. I collect their daughter from school. And I cook a delicious meal for the whole family before heading up to eat alone in my tiny room on the top floor.I try to ignore how Nina makes a mess just to watch me clean it up. How she tells strange lies about her own daughter. And how her husband Andrew seems more broken every day. But as I look into Andrew''s handsome brown eyes, so full of pain, it''s hard not to imagine what it would be like to live Nina''s life. The walk-in closet, the fancy car, the perfect husband.I only try on one of Nina''s pristine white dresses once. Just to see what it''s like. But she soon finds out... and by the time I realize my attic bedroom door only locks from the outside, it''s far too late.But I reassure myself: the Winchesters don''t know who I really am.They don''t know what I''m capable of . . .An unbelievably twisty read that will have you glued to the pages late into the night. Anyone who loves The Woman in the Window, The Wife Between Us and The Girl on the Train won''t be able to put this down!Read what everyone''s saying about The Housemaid:"I got severe whiplash from the twistiest turns... Every time I thought I had it figured out... WRONG!!!... I am still reeling... outstanding... If you love a top notch psychological thriller that will have you questioning your own sanity, then this 5-star read is for you" NetGalley reviewer, FIVE STARS"What a wild ride!!! Freida definitely delivered the best twisty ending... Gripping from start to finish... honestly, I just could not put it down... An absolutely mind-blowing shocker that kept me guessing and on the edge of my seat literally until the very end" Goodreads reviewer, FIVE STARS"So many twists and turns... I was hooked right away - I even read my Kindle while waiting in my kid''s school pick-up line so I wouldn''t have to put this book down!... addictive... pure perfection!" Goodreads reviewer, FIVE STARS
The Home Front Girls
Manchester, 1940. War is raging and these girls will do everything they can on the home front - but is a happy ever after possible in such uncertain times?The minute war was declared, best friends Sally and Deborah volunteered for the home guard. Stationed at the salvage depot, working amidst the scrap metal isn''t quite what Sally imagined. Then she meets Andrew, a carpenter with a heartbreaking smile, who helps her to finally feel like her efforts are making a difference.But just as she''s feeling hopeful, a devastating air raid threatens everything Sally holds dear. With the salvage yard in flames and Andrew out rescuing families from the rubble, will they get the happy ending they deserve? Or will Sally''s chance at true love be lost forever as the morning dawns...?A completely gripping and heartbreaking romantic saga. Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Nancy Revell and Lizzie Lane.What readers are saying about The Home Front Girls:''This book is so so good I just could not put this down. Full of family, friendship and companionship, that will pull at all your heartstrings.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''What a joy to read this first book in a brand new series!... A delightful offering of friendship, love, duty, bravery and resilience... wonderful... very witty... made me smile throughout... I highly recommend.'' the.bookjunction, ?????''Very atmospheric... left me with a warm fuzzy feeling... A well-deserved five star read from me.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''A ''couldn''t put it down'' title!'' NetGalley reviewer, ?????''What a lovely read... People will love this book and I can''t wait for Susanna''s next. 5*.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''This heart-warming story tells of how these young women put their differences aside for the sake of the war effort - and more... every page [is] rich in historical detail... immersive and completely believable.'' JaneCable, ?????''I absolutely loved this book. I felt truly invested in [the characters''] stories and I can''t wait to read the next one.'' stuck_in_the_book_loop, ?????''If you need cheering up and some unashamed escapism, this is perfect! This author is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance! Buy it...'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''I loved Sally''s character, she was strong and brave and courageous... fantastic.'' pagesofachilles, ?????
The Stay-at-Home Mother
Her chest tightens. The kitchen is chaos. She steps on something hard, and looks down. Toy dinosaurs are scattered everywhere. But her son is nowhere - her baby boy is gone.The police arrive. She can''t look at her husband. Instead, she studies the network of lines on her shaking hands.Then her phone beeps with a voice message. ''Listen to it on speaker,'' says the detective. A woman''s voice fills the air.''I''m assuming this is the Andrea Gately listed as a contact on the Missing Children of the World website. I''m calling to let you know that I''ve given your details to the police. Why are you using a picture of my son on a missing children''s website? Why are you using it and where did you get it?''An absolutely unputdownable psychological thriller that will leave you gasping with shock and staying up way past your bedtime. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Liane Moriarty and Adele Parks.What readers are saying about The Stay-at-Home Mother:''OMG!!!... I could not put it down!!! Every time I said one more chapter, it ended on a cliff-hanger and I just had to know what was going on!!!... I started this morning and finished it at 2am reading it in one sitting, and although I''m knackered today, it was 1000000% worth it!!!... My heart was in my throat... The ending was absolutely jaw-dropping and so unexpected... What an absolute twist!!! I can hand on my heart say that I cannot remember when I was so gobsmacked.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Wow wow wow!!!! I read this book in less than 24 hours... So gripping, it had me hooked and unable to put it down until I finished the last shocking page!!!!... What a twist!!!! Love love loved everything about this thrilling book, and I will be highly recommending it!!!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''O.M.G!! DANG!!!... WOW!!!... Brilliant! If I could rate it more than 5 stars I would... Bombshells that made my jaw drop!!... Hooked me... Made my head spin!!'' Heidi Lynn Book Reviews, ?????''Oh my goodness!!!... I audibly gasped at the twists, I totally didn''t see it coming... I couldn''t wait to see how it was all wrapped up, but I also didn''t want it to end, it was that good.'' mountainmommawv2020, ?????''WOWWWW!!! I was not expecting all those twists and turns nor expecting to feel all those feels!!... She is DEFINITELY one of my new favourite authors!... Grabbed me from the start... Just when I thought it was going one way, BAM, it went another way all together!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Had me on the edge of my seat!... The twists? Wow!... Left my head spinning... Posting this at midnight when I should be sleeping. Take a nap before you start reading so that you can stay awake to finish this. Trust me, not even kidding.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''I read this book in one sitting... Absolutely gripping all the way through and so many twists that I felt like I had whiplash.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Wow, wow, wow!!!!!... I was shocked and speechless... I rushed through each chapter like it was my last... That ending was unbelievable... I wouldn''t have guessed it even if it hit me straight in the face.'' Blue Moon Blogger, ?????''Wow, this book was fantastic! Gripping and mind-bending! This book is a must-read!... That epilogue! Holy heck! What a shocker!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''WOW, what did I just read? I am still trying to process this book, and that ending... What?!?!... I couldn''t put it down... jaw-dropping.'' leads2goodreads, ?????
Enchantra - Wicked Games 2
Welcome to Enchantra. There's only one rule: Never, ever trust your heart.
When Genevieve Grimm's mother is killed, Genevieve wants answers no one can give... until she receives an invitation to Enchantra, a cursed palace filled with temptations and illusions.
Arrogant and dangerously handsome, Rowin Silver meets her at the door and refuses to let her inside. But Genevieve finds her own way in... And soon realizes her mistake.
Enchantra is a twisted labyrinth of marble and thorns, where Rowin's family are trapped forever in a deadly game. Now, Genevieve must win or die.
Rowin offers her a deal. They can compete together... if they convince everyone watching that they're desperately in love.
Genevieve knows she can't trust Rowin, but she'll do whatever it takes to survive. As they hunt and hide together, Genevieve tries to ignore the desire burning between them. She absolutely cannot fall for this man. Cannot forget that she's only pretending to be in love.
After all, it was Rowin who taught her Enchantra's first rule: Never, ever trust your heart.
Packed with deadly intrigue and spicy romance, Enchantra will transport you to a world of feisty heroines and morally gray love interests, fake dating, forbidden desire and family secrets. If you love books by Rebecca Yarros, Carissa Broadbent and Lauren Roberts, prepare to discover your new romantasy obsession.
A Helping Hand for the Village Nurse
Among the emerald hills of the Lake District sits the village of Thimblebury and Wordsworth Cottage, its garden bursting with wildflowers. It is the perfect place for village nurse Ottilie to make her brave new start... Ottilie never thought she'd live in a place like Wordsworth Cottage. Nestled close to the river, her new home in the village of Thimblebury means all her patients are nearby, keeping her busy, which she needs after the death of her husband Josh. But disaster strikes when the river floods Ottilie's cottage. She has spent everything on her new home, and now she might lose it. But the villagers can't bear to lose Ottilie and they make a plan to save her house. Leading the effort is handsome Heath, and as he works, he and Ottilie start to open up to each other. Ottilie tells him about her loss, and he shares the pain of his broken marriage. Could Heath be the man to make Ottilie feel life is worth living again? A completely beautiful and romantic read about healing after heartbreak and learning that the darkest clouds have a silver lining. Fans of Shari Low, Jessica Redland and Jo Bartlett will lose their hearts to A Helping Hand for the Village Nurse. What everyone is saying about A Helping Hand for the Village Nurse:'I absolutely adored this novel and devoured it over the course of a few nights because I just couldn't put it down... I was so excited to read Ottilie's story and I knew I was in for heartbreak after reading the first page. The scenery is absolutely gorgeous.... so moving and beautifully written.' NetGalley reviewer, ?'This was such a good book! The setting was perfect. It would be a great summer read.. I could not put this book down.' Goodreads reviewer, ?'I loved this book... A really good read. I am a big fan of Tilly Tennant and yet again she does not disappoint.' Goodreads reviewer, ?'A heartwarming and engaging read with great characters, set in the beautiful setting of the Lake District which is one of my favourite places so this added to my enjoyment. I loved the community feel and how everyone pulled together to help each other. This was a lovely heartwarming read of making a fresh start and finding happiness and making new friends. Looking forward to the next instalment' Goodreads reviewer, ?
The Baby
There's a baby in your house. It isn't yours... The day I was told I'd never be able to have a child, my world came crashing down. My husband says he still loves me, but I lie awake at night, wishing we could have a family. One morning, my husband's side of the bed is cold and empty. I hear a noise and head downstairs. In the middle of the rug in my living room is a wooden drawer. Swaddled inside, with perfect rosy cheeks and beautiful round blue eyes, a baby gazes up at me. I shiver. It's all I've ever wanted, but this baby is not mine...An absolutely addictive page-turner with heart-pounding twists from beginning to end. Fans of The Woman in the Window, Freida McFadden and Lisa Jewell won't be able to put this jaw-dropping psychological thriller down!What readers are saying about The Baby: 'Wow, where do I even begin?!... gripped me from the very first page to the last!... highly addictive... literally impossible to put down!... I absolutely loved this!' @ARCreviews_by_m ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Brilliant... I had to finish this marvellous thriller in one sitting!... incredibly suspenseful... spine-tingling!... absolutely gripping... totally addictive... will keep you racing through the pages all night long.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Oh my god! What a book!... after reading that first chapter I was hooked and that was my plans ruined... reading this whole book was my main priority... the amount of twists is insane!... Absolutely fantastic.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Heart-pounding... jaw-dropping... compels you to keep turning the pages late into the night... gripping... will leave you breathless... Prepare to be gripped from the first page to the last.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I could not put it down... I needed to know how it was going to end... had me gripped... fantastic.' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Had me absolutely hooked from the very first page, it reeled me in good and proper and gripped me until the very last page... I devoured this book!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'WOW... unputdownable... this hit every mark.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Had me right from the start... had me guessing until the end... nail-biting... gripping... fantastic.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Impossible to put down... will keep you on the edge of your seat.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A page turner. Don't start this at night unless you plan on losing sleep.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'You talk about not being able to put a book down; this book is it. Addicting, surprising, edge-of-your-seat... I absolutely loved it.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Keeper of the Irish Secret
'OMG!!... Absolutely gorgeous!!!... STUNNING... I was completely addicted and could not put it down.' Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐A mysterious old house, an unforgettable romance and a lost granddaughter escaping to the stunning Irish coast... When broken-hearted Lily Fleury looks up at Magnolia Manor, she's shocked by the overgrown gardens and crumbling walls. Her grandmother, Sylvia, has always been fiercely independent, but how could she have let this happen to their family home? With the help of local builder Dominic, Lily wastes no time repairing the house to get Sylvia back on her feet. Though Lily is sure Sylvia is hiding the reason she has been struggling, at least Dominic's fierce green eyes are a welcome distraction from everything Lily ran away from. But when Lily finds a trunk of tattered letters in the gatehouse, she discovers a devastating secret about Magnolia Manor. Lily wanted to save Sylvia, and was falling for Dominic, but will the truth force her to leave and never return?Fans of Mary Alice Monroe, Sheila O'Flanagan and Debbie Macomber will fall head over heels for this gorgeous, feel-good new series set on the stunning windswept beaches of the west coast of Ireland.What readers are saying about The Keeper of the Irish Secret: 'I loved everything about this story... absolutely unforgettable, captivating and unputdownable story that I highly recommend. Do yourself a favour and immediately put this book on top of your to be read pile. Ten stars for this one.' Page Turners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Omg!... A stunning, uplifting read!... I was captivated... I felt as if I was right there in beautiful Dingle!... A perfect cosy read... I fell in love with the characters and breezed through this enchanting book in two evenings. I cannot wait for the next books in the Magnolia Manor series!' @booksbyaisling, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Enchanting... delightful... Love and mystery are intertwined, making this a perfect fascinating page-turner!... Susanne captivates us with her stunning Irish setting, warm writing style, delightful cast, and fun historical family mystery... like returning to visit a much-loved friend.' Cindylspear, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Captivating... It makes one long to visit Ireland. Don't wait, grab your copy now!' @karen_loves_reading, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Full of Irish charm and magic... I got quite swept away... enchanting story... a beautiful family drama and a wonderful way to start what promises to be a gorgeous new series. I'm eagerly awaiting our next trip to Magnolia Manor.' Sarah K Reads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Man She Married
How well do you know your husband? When Alice Gill sees the little blue line, it''s the happiest moment of her life. But her whole world is turned upside down when the police knock at her door minutes later...Her husband, Dominic, is dead. Distraught, Alice goes to identify the body. It''s him. Yet when Dominic''s estranged brother comes to view the coffin, he insists the man lying there is not Dominic Gill.So who is the man Alice married?And will his secrets put her life in danger too?An absolutely gripping psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the last page. If you love Behind Closed Doors, My Lovely Wife and Friend Request, you''ll be hooked on The Man She Married.What readers are saying about The Man She Married: ''Make sure you have a ton of time on your hands when you finally sit down to read because this book will BLOW YOUR MIND!'' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ''Alison uses such vivid and powerful descriptions that I felt as though I was part of the story myself... I was gripped from start to finish and on the edge of my seat throughout the story.'' Ginger Book Geek, 5 stars ''Wow... grabs you from the first page and makes you ignore everything else... fantastic.'' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars ''Totally gripping and addictive, this is definitely one of the best psychological thrillers I''ve ever read. Such a clever plot, and excellent characters, it will completely pull you in and not let you go until the end.'' Sibzzreads ''I could not put this down, it had me gripped all the way through and when I thought I had it figured; bam; the author threw another curve ball in!'' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ''Wow what a read!... The Man She Married takes you hostage right from the start and keeps a hold of you till the end.'' Once Upon a Time Book Blog, 5 stars ''A MUST READ, this book is crying out to be made into a film. A very happy reader and definitely left me wanting more.'' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ''Could hardly but this book down, read it in a few hours. So many twists and turns, kept me guessing all the way through!'' Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars ''This was a great, gripping, fast-paced story which will definitely keep you hooked until the last page. Highly recommended!!'' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars ''Had me firmly in its grasp from the very first page. The twists just kept coming, and I tore through this one at warp speed in a desperate bid to unravel it all.'' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ''What a brilliant book! I loved this from start to finish... I was completely swept up in the story and characters the whole way through.'' LoopyLouLaura''A fantastic thriller that will have you at the edge of your seat... I couldn''t put this book down... The author fully deserves all 5 stars and if I could give more I would.'' Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars''This book is wonderfully addictive. It dark and jam packed with twists and turns. I honestly enjoyed every single page.'' Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars ''Oh my gosh this story kept me up, to finish it! What a suspenseful book, this story kept me trying to figure it out until the very end.'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''This is absolutely one of the best books I have ever read... Exceptional.'' Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars
The Guilty Girl
Something whistling through the door behind her caused her to turn. A shadow spread across the opening. She clasped a hand to her mouth, stilling the fear that was rising. The menacing shadow was followed by a face that sent a cold shiver down her spine...When the call comes in about Lucy, a seventeen-year-old girl murdered after the secret party she held in her parents'' home, Detective Lottie Parker is first on the scene. As Lottie breaks the news to Lucy''s heartbroken parents and the devastated partygoers, she discovers that hours before her death Lucy had revealed a terrible secret about her friend Hannah. And when Lottie finds Lucy''s bloodstained clothing hidden in Hannah''s bedroom, she has no option but to bring her into custody.But Hannah claims to have no memory of the night Lucy died and and as Lottie investigates further, she discovers something shocking. Her own son Sean was at the party. Why did he lie to her? Is her beloved child a witness or a suspect... or in the killer''s sights?If you love Karin Slaughter, Robert Dugoni and Rachel Caine, you''ll be hooked by this heart-stopping thriller from Patricia Gibney. The Guilty Girl will have you gripped until the very last page.What everyone is saying about The Guilty Girl:''Amazing! Could not put it down and read until my eyes couldn''t cope anymore. 10/10 and would recommend to anyone who loves a good page turner.'' Netgalley reviewer, ?????''One of the best books I have read this year... Dark, intense and definitely not what I was expecting. The Guilty Girl had me sat on the edge of my seat, this book is definitely my type of book. My advice to readers is switch off your phone, order a takeaway and tuck into this fantastic five star read from one of my favourite authors.'' Netgalley reviewer, ?????''Patricia Gibney is the Gold Standard for crime fiction... This page-turning, and deeply tragic story is her best story yet - one that will surely blow your mind!!... Sublime crime thriller, gripping until the last page.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Oh the web she weaves. Patricia has again delivered a story full of suspense... This is a story that delivers on mystery, having you guessing who it might be, but not fully putting all the pieces together til the end.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????
Homewrecker
'Sophie Beckett?' I smile sweetly. 'I'm your daughter's new tutor. May I come in?' My heart thunders in my chest. Sophie has no idea who I really am, and I need it to stay that way. Otherwise, I might not leave this house alive...
When I first meet Sophie, she seems like any normal loving mother, trying desperately to help her teenage daughter. That's where I come in. The perfect tutor to get Katie's life back on track.
I connect instantly with Katie, and Sophie's thoughtful husband Scott. But Sophie's dark eyes are full of jealousy when I talk to Scott or share a smile with Katie. I know I'm helping her daughter, whatever she thinks.
But when I find my clothes strewn everywhere, it's clear Sophie has searched my room. Does she know the truth about why I'm here?
Then Scott tells me how his ex-wife died. My stomach twists.
Whatever Sophie does, I can't leave now. Katie needs me more than ever. And I will do anything to protect her.
Because Sophie might be keeping secrets, but so am I. When I'm done in her beautiful home, somebody's life will be over. I know it won't be mine...
A totally addictive and pulse-pounding psychological thriller from multi-million copy bestseller J M Dalgliesh. Prepare to be gripped until the final, jaw-dropping revelation! Perfect for anyone who loves The Housemaid, The Woman in the Window, Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train.















